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The Testing Opportunity
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When we first announced HackMotion as a MyGolfSpy Forum member test, we discovered many of you had never heard of this product or what it does. However, after a little research, this became one of the most followed tests for the season.
Let’s answer the basic question first: What is HackMotion?
HackMotion is a golf swing analyzer and wrist angle training aid. With the golf wrist sensor and app, it provides wrist data and feedback after each swing to help golfers understand and fix their swing faults.
There are three packages available ranging from $299 for the HackMotion Core to the $999 HackMotion Pro. The Core offers full swing mode feedback and analysis, the HackMotion Plus adds in a putting mode and the Pro (which is what our testers were provided with for testing) has an additional advanced analysis mode.
All three packages use the same software, making it possible to upgrade from the Core to the Plus or Pro if a golfer was itching for extra data and feedback. The app is available for iOS and Android and works for both right-handed and left-handed golfers.
To find out more about HackMotion in more detail outside of the reviews, you can view their product options here: HackMotion Product Compare
With the basics out of the way, it’s time to get into how the test went and what our four Forum testers had to say about their experience with HackMotion.
What Testers Said
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As with other recaps, our members start with their first impressions on the product when they receive it. As this is a tech device, the unboxing itself can be a little underwhelming and more about the experience and process. This was highlighted by our tester DriverBreaker.
“This has less to do with the physical product, but more to do with the entire experience. I was very impressed with the onboarding call with HackMotion. They took their time to walk through each aspect of the app, calibration, and resources. Speaking of which, I think almost as useful as the device itself is, the online resources they give you access to are invaluable. For the golf data/biomechanics nerds out there, this is as deep of a dive as you can ask for. While much of it might be overkill for the recreational golfer, I do believe that if you know the why and how, you have a better chance of executing the what. Calibration was seamless the first time out of the box and I’ve had no issues connecting it since. Very fast… This is a combo training/learning aid. You get out what you put in.”
Tester Bad Golfer reiterated much of what DriverBreaker said:
“My first Impressions on the HackMotion were very positive. It was packaged in a nice high-quality box and everything inside it had a spot so it wouldn't rattle around. All you needed to do to get started is to download the app and pair it to your phone through Bluetooth.”
So far, the test of the HackMotion training system was off to a good start. The next phase was getting the system in use and seeing what it had to offer. Spoiler alert! It is a lot as our Tester Fongle pointed out.
“Having the HackMotion has definitely motivated me towards trying to actively isolate and work on different aspects of my game, and I think with the features and information it provides it can definitely do that, but it can be hard to wade through the mountain of information it provides to get to the important data.“
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Coming from a coach’s perspective, DriverBreaker had more to say about what HackMotion provides.
“The numbers in the pro version are phenomenal. Flexion, extension, radial and ulnar deviation, rotation, and tempo. This data is now measurable in real time, swing after swing. No more looking and guessing where you’re at. You can measure directly. From a coach’s perspective, this is superb.“
Tester gingerbeast87 had important notes on the ease of use of the HackMotion training system.
“Man alive, you couldn't find an easier device to get on and started with. Until you get to the calibration. Then. unless you are completely level, you will end up seeing incorrect numbers and potentially harm your swing.”
This point of calibration was emphasized by all the testers throughout the five-week testing process. It is very important to take the time to properly calibrate the system to ensure you are not chasing the wrong data or swings.
The Bottom Line
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We had four testers in this group with varying handicaps, abilities and training needs. However, they all came away with similar takeaways and feedback on the HackMotion system. We asked our testers to rate the product in different areas to reach a total score out of 100. When the testers had finished, HackMotion received one 80, two 83s and an 88. Impressive.
Among the positive takeaways from the testing group was that HackMotion sets up easily. The app is very clean, intuitive and simple to navigate. There are a lot of tips and support through both the app and website, allowing the user to get the most out of the system. The data and information it provides were also a huge plus for our testers. They really loved the immediate feedback and the overall experience HackMotion provided.
The areas where our testers felt it needed some work was the ability to change club selection during a session as this is not a current feature. The putting feature did not work as well as they had hoped. Price was a talking point as this is not cheap and it will not be an immediate fix for golfers as it still requires practice and efforts on the part of the user to improve their game.
Wrapping up, Bad Golfer had this to say:
“This device will give you all the information you could possibly ask for as far as what your wrists and hands are doing throughout the whole golf swing. It gives you ulnar/radial deviation, wrist flexion and extension and also rotation and even tempo of your golf swing. If your a intermediate golfer like myself I think you could definitely go with the cheaper version and not the pro version.”
Tester DriverBreak gets the final word with his recommendation on who could benefit the most from HackMotion.
“In short, this is a very powerful device that is easy to set up and use. The data it provides is extremely valuable in the right hands. At the end of the day, it is as useful as the user is knowledgeable on how to maximize and utilize it. Either invest in education around the device and biomechanics of the wrists in golf, or get a coach you trust to use it with and let them build a practice plan around using it. Do not just beat balls with this device without a sound plan because, like any piece of good technology, it could be wasted time if you do so.”
Read our testers’ full reviews and updates throughout the testing process here: 2023 HackMotion Member Reviews Thread
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